Not Your Spicy Latina

By Fiorella Lopez Lima | Career Mindset Coach and Founder of Latinas Ahead

The go-to podcast for Latina entrepreneurs and creators.

I’m Fiorella, Career Mindset Coach and Founder of Latinas Ahead, and I’m here to help you redefine what success means to you.

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November 05, 2024 9: Finding My Career Spark in Experiential Marketing & Creating Events That Pop w/Sabrina Ramos
Sabrina Ramos is the founder and creative director of Pop Spark Agency, an imaginative experiential marketing firm in NYC that delivers solutions to unique business challenges. With over 20 years of experience producing dynamic events, Sabrina is a natural problem solver and a master at turning ideas into impactful experiences that amplify brand recognition. Proud of her Colombian and Peruvian heritage, she believes that the real magic lies where a business’s strengths meet community needs. At Pop Spark, she helps brands discover their story, communicate it with flair, and connect authentically with clients—creating moments that truly pop and leave a lasting impact. Passionate about elevating others, Sabrina is a connector of people, ideas, and resources, dedicated to building vibrant communities.

Episode Chapters
(00:00-01:46) Intro
(01:47-02:52) Catching up with Sabrina
(02:53-04:59) Childhood
(05:00-7:09) Feeling Connected to Latina Heritage
(07:09-8:14) Being Artistic & Creative
(08:15-10:05) College Experience
(10:06-15:04) Dropping Out of College
(15:05-16:07) Planning My Next Career Move in My Early 20s
(16:10-19:17) Moving to Las Vegas
(19:18-23:20) Pursuing a Sales Career
(23:23-24:30) The Value of Soft Skills
(24:31-25:17) Moving to NYC
(25:18-30:26) Identifying as White-spanic
(30:28-32:17) Job Search Challenges in NYC
(32:18-35:51) Pivotal Career Moments
(35:53-37:37) Being a Connector & Building Relationships
(37:38-41:22) How I Became an Entrepreneur
(41:22-43:48) The Why Behind Pop Spark Agency
(43:49-44:28) Attracting Clients Through Networking
(44:29-45:57) Finding Support in Business Communities
(45:58-47:42) Core Services
(47:43-50:16) Asking for Help
(50:18-51:46) Staying Motivated as an Entrepreneur
(51:47-52:50) What I Am Proud Of
(52:51-55:12) Advice for Listeners
(55:13-56:00) Connecting with Sabrina Ramos
(57:00-57:27) Connecting with Fiorella Lopez
Feel free to connect with Sabrina:
Email: [email protected]
Website
Instagram
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Feel free to connect with Fiorella Lopez Lima: ⁠
Website⁠ ⁠
Linktree⁠ ⁠
Free Career Coaching Discovery Call⁠
⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠
Instagram (Not Your Spicy Latina)⁠ ⁠
Instagram (Latinas Ahead)⁠
Tik Tok (Not Your Spicy Latina)
Tik Tok (Fiorella Lopez Lima)
⁠LinkedIn⁠
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58min
October 29, 2024 8: How I Became Successful Without a College Degree by Owning My Confidence & Taking Up Space w/Laura Bedoya
Laura Bedoya is Colombian-born but New York-raised. With five years of experience in tech, she currently works as a Senior Manager leading a global support team at a startup. With 13 years of experience in customer-facing roles, she has developed extensive expertise in customer service. Laura’s professional mission is to build teams with realistic goals while reminding them that everyone, including the person on the other side of the support chat, is human. On a personal level, she’s committed to helping more women grow professionally and take up more space in their careers.

Episode Chapters
(00:00-01:48) Intro
(01:49-02:10) Catching up
(02:11-05:30) Childhood & Upbringing
(05:31-07:29) Moving from Colombia to the US
(07:30-10:10) Maintaining Colombian Culture in White Neighborhoods
(10:11–14:05) Facing Less Discrimination as a Light-Skinned Latina
(14:06-16:26) How My Mom Instilled Confidence in Me
(16:27-19:12) The Realities of Being an Undocumented Immigrant
(19:13-24:26) College Experience
(24:27-25:46) Dropping Out of College at 20
(25:47-27:58) My Decision to Pursue Visual Merchandising Through Retail Jobs
(27:59-33:34) Balancing Three Jobs to Make Money
(33:35-36:52) Navigating Toxic Retail Environments
(36:53-39:12) Pivoting From Retail to Corporate to Tech
(39:13-40:28) Money as My Biggest Motivator
(40:29-43:52) How I Marketed My Skills and Negotiated to Advance My Career
(43:53-50:54) What I Have Learned About Interviewing
(50:55-56:46) The Impact of Networking on My Job Search Success
(56:47-58:19) Approaching Networking as Making Friends
(58:20-01:05:54) The Highs and Lows of Being Confident & Assertive
(01:05:55-01:10:45) Why I Created a Mentorship Program for the Amigas Latinas Community
(01:10:48-01:17:28) Helping Latinas Take Up Space
(01:17:29-01:19:05) Takeaways & Advice
(01:19:06-01:20:09) Connecting with Laura
(01:20:10-01:20:58) Connecting with Fiorella
Feel free to connect with Laura:
Instagram
LinkedIn

Feel free to connect with Fiorella Lopez Lima: ⁠
Website⁠ ⁠
Linktree⁠ ⁠
Free Career Coaching Discovery Call⁠
⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠
Instagram (Not Your Spicy Latina)⁠ ⁠
Instagram (Latinas Ahead)⁠
⁠Tik Tok (Fiorella Lopez Lima)⁠
Tik Tok (Not Your Spicy Latina)
⁠LinkedIn⁠
...more
1h 21min
October 22, 2024 7: How Philanthropy and 9/11 Attacks Shaped Me as a Human Resources Leader w/Allyns Melendez
Allyns Melendez is the daughter of Dominican parents and was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. She brings over 25 years of expertise in HR and business management, holding an MBA from Temple University's Fox School of Business. She is certified in workplace behavior analysis, leadership, and flow coaching, and has completed leadership programs at Cornell, Harvard, and MIT. Currently, Allyns is the CEO of HR Transformed and a Professor at Temple University. She also serves on the Professional Advisor Committee at SUNY College of Optometry and as Board Secretary at the East Fishkill Soccer Club. Based in New York's Hudson Valley, Allyns enjoys cycling, dancing, and rock climbing with her family.

Episode Chapters
(00:00-02:03) Intro
(02:03-03:28) Catching up
(03:29-08:01) Childhood, Singing & Choir
(08:02-09:40) Fitting Into Polish Community
(09:41-14:09) How My Parents Influenced My Personality
(14:10-17:14) Becoming a Working Mom at 20
(17:15-20:43) How Higher Education Built My Confidence
(20:44-26:15) How My Human Resources (HR) Career Started
(26:16-31:06) 9/11 Through My Eyes
(31:07-33:51) Aftermath of 9/11
33:52-40:19: The Power of Philanthropy & Impact on Career
(40:20-42:59) Finding True Joy in HR
(43:00-49:04) Transactional HR vs. Human Side of HR
(49:05-54:50) The Importance of Finding Mentors Who Challenge You
(54:51-1:03:03) My Entrepreneurial Journey
(1:03:03-01:04:57) HR Transformed: The Purpose Behind My Business
(01:04:57-01:07:46) Core Pillars of HR Transformed
(01:07:47-01:12:06) Building Community as an Entrepreneur
(01:12:07-01:14:24) What Drives Me… My Results
(01:14:25-01:15:40) What I Take Pride In
(01:15:40-01:17:32) Takeaways & Advice
01:17:33-01:18:22: Connecting with Allyns
(01:18:22-01:19:06) Connecting with Fiorella
Feel free to connect with Allyns
Website
Email: [email protected], [email protected]
Instagram
TikTok
Company LinkedIn
Personal LinkedIn

Feel free to connect with Fiorella Lopez Lima: ⁠
Website⁠ ⁠
Linktree⁠ ⁠
Free Career Coaching Discovery Call⁠
⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠
Instagram (Not Your Spicy Latina)⁠ ⁠
Instagram (Latinas Ahead)⁠
⁠Tik Tok (Not Your Spicy Latina)⁠
⁠Tik Tok (Fiorella Lopez Lima)⁠
⁠LinkedIn⁠
...more
1h 19min
October 15, 2024 6: How I Broke Barriers as a First-Generation Latina Lawyer with Elizabeth Milian
Elizabeth Milian is a brand protection attorney of Bolivian heritage and the first woman lawyer and business owner in her family. As the co-founder of The Milian Legal Group, a business and intellectual property law firm, Elizabeth's mission is to help women protect, grow, and monetize their brands through trademark protection and licensing agreements. With a focus on brand sustainability, Elizabeth creates personalized legal strategies that empower clients to build strong, legally protected brands that can scale and thrive in today's marketplace.

Episode Chapters:
(0:00-01:50) Intro
(01:50-3:34) Catching up with Elizabeth
(03:35-07:59) Childhood and Upbringing
(8:00-10:29) Gender Roles and Family Expectations
(10:30-13:29) Attending Boarding School
(13:30-16:29) Navigating Life in New York
(16:30-18:56) Exploring Career Paths & Finding Mentors
(18:57-22:11) The Spark for Law
(22:11-25:58) Motherhood or Career?
(25:59-29:59) Juggling Motherhood and a Demanding Career
(30:10-35:39) Taking up Space in a Male-Dominated Field
(35:40-41:21) Do I Look Latina Enough?
(41:22-44:49) Passing on Latina Heritage
(44:50-48:29) From Litigation to Trademarks
(48:30-52:32) The Importance of Trademark Protection for Businesses
(52:33-57:29) Becoming a Business Owner
(57:30-1:02:31) The Why Behind The Milian Legal Group
(01:02:32-01:03:59) Core Services
(01:04:00-01:08:14) Challenges of Being a Business Owner
(01:08:15-01:10:35) Exciting Aspects of Being a Business Owner
(01:10:36-01:12:01) Pride of Being a Working Mom
(01:12:02-01:12:40) Latina Voices Matter
(01:12:41-01:14:07) Connecting with Elizabeth
(01:14:08-01:14:51) Outro
Feel free to connect with Elizabeth:
Instagram
LinkedIn
Website
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Feel free to connect with Fiorella Lopez Lima:
Website⁠ ⁠
Linktree⁠ ⁠
Free Career Coaching Discovery Call⁠
⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠
Instagram (Not Your Spicy Latina)⁠ ⁠
Instagram (Latinas Ahead)⁠
⁠Tik Tok (Not Your Spicy Latina)⁠
⁠Tik Tok (Fiorella Lopez Lima)⁠
⁠LinkedIn⁠
...more
1h 15min
October 07, 2024 5: How I Built a 60K-Member Community Through Amigas Latinas w/ Dani Araya Molina
Dani Araya Molina is a Costa Rican native now living in NYC. She is the founder of Amigas Latinas, an organization of 60,000 Latinas worldwide, a customer success consultant, and a proud dog and cat mom. She loves connecting with other Latinas and amplifying their voices.

Episode Chapters:

(00:00-01:35) Intro
(01:36-03:28) Catching up with Dani
(03:29-04:52) Childhood
(04:53-07:47) Navigating Identity in Predominantly White Neighborhoods
(07:48-10:19) What Dani Wanted to Be When She Grew Up
(10:20-17:54) College Experience
(17:55-19:32) Exposure to Latina Heritage
(19:33-24:37) Moving Around & Working
(24:38-25:52) Embracing Change and Building Community
(25:53-26:31) The Birth of Amigas Latinas
(26:32-28:48) Early Love for Storytelling and Content Creation
(28:49-30:50) Impact and Fulfillment of Content Creation
(30:51-34:16) Importance of Making Latina Friends
(34:17-41:32) From 10 Friends to 60K Members through Amigas Latinas
(41:33-43:57) Overcoming Challenges and Asking for Help
(43:58-48:03) Feedback and Demand for Amigas Latinas
(48:04-55:33) Shaping Amigas Latinas
(55:34-01:03:37) Funding and Growth
(01:03:38-01:13:57) Impact of Amigas Latinas
(01:13:58-01:16:50) Key Takeaways
(01:16:51-01:18:01) Connecting with Dani
(01:18:01-01:18:44) Outro
Feel free to connect with Dani:
Instagram: wfhdani
Instagram: amigas.latinas
Tik Tok: wfhdani
Tik Tok: amigas.latinas

Feel free to connect with Fiorella Lopez Lima:

Website: ⁠https://www.fiorellalopez.com/⁠
Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/fiorellalopezlima⁠
Free Career Coaching Discovery Call: ⁠https://calendly.com/info-71xn/discovery-call-individual?month=2024-08⁠
YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@notyourspicylatinapod⁠
Instagram (Not Your Spicy Latina): ⁠https://www.instagram.com/notyourspicylatinapod⁠
Instagram (Latinas Ahead): ⁠https://www.instagram.com/latinasahead⁠
Tik Tok (Not Your Spicy Latina): ⁠http://www.tiktok.com/@notyourspicylatina⁠
Tik Tok (Fiorella Lopez Lima): ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@fiorellalopezlima⁠
LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/fiorellalopez90/
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1h 19min
October 01, 2024 4: How a Positive Mindset Made Me a Socially Responsible Coffee Entrepreneur with Stephanie Herrera
Stephanie Herrera is a first-generation Latina from Salvadoran immigrant parents, a loving wife, and a proud mom of three. She is bringing her dreams to life as the CEO and Founder of 503 Cafecito and Elev8 Your Way. Taking charge of her life and building the career and life of her dreams, Stephanie combines her Salvadoran heritage with over 20 years of corporate experience. She balances her entrepreneurial journey with her family's support and inspiration.

Episode Chapters:
02:41: Catching up
05:38: Growing up as a First-Generation Latina
13:30: Serving as Translator for Spanish-speaking Parents
16:40: Working at The Early Age of 13
21:08: College Aspirations
28:20: Becoming a Mom at 20 Years Old
32:01: Pivoting from College to Entering Corporate America
33:43: Navigating a Male-Dominated Workplace
40:00: Moving up the Career Ladder
44:00: Starting My First Consulting Business
48:00: How 503 Cafecito Was Born
56:00: Balancing a Full-Time Job and Two Businesses
01:08:16: Lessons I Have Learned
01:11:00: The Secret Sauce to My Success

Feel free to connect with Stephanie:

503 Cafecito website: www.503cafecito.com
503 Cafecito Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/503cafecito/
503 Cafecito TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@503cafecito
504 Cafecito Facebook: 503 Cafecito(https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551735543101)
Elev8 Your Way: www.elev8yourway.com
Stephanie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-herrera-a847b2a3/

Feel free to connect with Fiorella Lopez Lima:

Website: https://www.fiorellalopez.com/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fiorellalopezlima
Free Career Coaching Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/info-71xn/discovery-call-individual?month=2024-08
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notyourspicylatinapod
Instagram (Not Your Spicy Latina): https://www.instagram.com/notyourspicylatinapod
Instagram (Latinas Ahead): https://www.instagram.com/latinasahead
Tik Tok (Not Your Spicy Latina): http://www.tiktok.com/@notyourspicylatina
Tik Tok (Fiorella Lopez Lima): https://www.tiktok.com/@fiorellalopezlima
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fiorellalopez90/
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1h 19min
September 18, 2024 3: How a Mental Health Breakthrough Led to a Copywriting Career with Mayra Gomez-Sanchez
A second-generation Mexican-American, Mayra is a launch and sales conversion copywriter, marketing strategist, and CEO & Founder of Cultural Visionaries, where she connects the public to diversity-driven leaders by writing culturally relevant and genuine copy. She believes that authentic marketing to today's diverse public can help bridge the cultural divide we see today, making the realm of marketing a place where all business owners can come together and create a space of inclusivity for everyone.
Episode Chapters:
00:00 - Intros
05:14 - Mayra’s Upbringing
10:18 - College Experience
25:30 - Choosing My Career
29:00 - Quitting My Teaching Job
34:15 - Mental Health Breakthrough
41:40 - My Journey into Copywriting
51:51 - Ethical Marketing vs. Traditional Marketing
53:20 - Launching My Own Business
01:06:30 - How My Heritage Has Shaped Who I Am
01:09:11 - Takeaways
Feel free to connect with Mayra:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/culturalvisionaries/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayra-gomez-sanchez-copywriter-marketingstrategist/
Website: https://www.mayragsanchezagency.com/diy-sales-page-ebook
Offers:
DIY Sales Page: https://www.mayragsanchezagency.com/diy-sales-page-ebook
L.I.F.T. Framework for Your Next Launch: https://cultural-visionaries-by-mayra-g-sanchez-agency-llc.ck.page/182e184744
Feel free to connect with Fiorella Lopez Lima:
Website: https://www.fiorellalopez.com/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fiorellalopezlima
Free Career Coaching Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/info-71xn/discovery-call-individual?month=2024-08
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notyourspicylatinapod
Instagram (Not Your Spicy Latina): https://www.instagram.com/notyourspicylatinapod
Instagram (Latinas Ahead): https://www.instagram.com/latinasahead
Tik Tok (Not Your Spicy Latina): http://www.tiktok.com/@notyourspicylatina
Tik Tok (Fiorella Lopez Lima): https://www.tiktok.com/@fiorellalopezlima
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fiorellalopez90/
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1h 8min
September 18, 2024 2: How Mindfulness and Spirituality Transformed My Life with Angelica Sanchez
Born and raised in Mexico, Angelica Sanchez is a Meditation Facilitator, Digital Marketer, yoga enthusiast, and most recently, a passionate traveler. For the past three years, Angelica has been sharing her passion for meditation as a side hustle while building a career in digital marketing. Angel loves exploring new cities, delving into spirituality, meeting new people, hiking, and soaking in beautiful sunsets.
Episode Chapters:
0:00 - Intros
03:17 - How I Met Angelica
07:26 - How Angelica Found Meditation
14:20 - Living Authentically
17:15 - Skepticism and Science
19:28 - Spiritual Awakening
29:13 - Pursuing the American Dream
38:04 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
01:07:14 - Embracing Intuition in Decision-Making
Feel free to connect with Angelica:
Instagram: @adondevastanrapido

Feel free to connect with Angelica:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adondevastanrapido/
Feel free to connect with Fiorella Lopez Lima:
Website: https://www.fiorellalopez.com/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fiorellalopezlima
Free Career Coaching Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/info-71xn/discovery-call-individual?month=2024-08
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notyourspicylatinapod
Instagram (Not Your Spicy Latina): https://www.instagram.com/notyourspicylatinapod
Instagram (Latinas Ahead): https://www.instagram.com/latinasahead
Tik Tok (Not Your Spicy Latina): http://www.tiktok.com/@notyourspicylatina
Tik Tok (Fiorella Lopez Lima): https://www.tiktok.com/@fiorellalopezlima
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fiorellalopez90
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1h 11min
September 18, 2024 1: How I Transitioned My Career From Nonprofit to Tech to Entrepreneurship with Natalie Madrigal
Meet Natalie Madrigal, the face behind Perfect Your CX, where she creates unforgettable customer experiences that drive loyalty and business growth. With over a decade of experience, Natalie has a knack for transforming clients into raving fans through her unique blend of empathy, creativity, and strategic smarts, all while staying true to her value of "keeping it real." A proud Afro-Latina from The Bronx, NY, Natalie has worked on international product launches for startups, nonprofits, and big tech companies like Meta and Google. Her background in Sociology and History gives her a deep understanding of the emotional and scientific aspects of customer loyalty, which she now channels into Perfect Your CX.
Timestamps
00:00 - Intros
5:20 - Embracing Heritage & Defying Stereotypes
13:00 - The Influence of Strong Women in Natalie's Life
20:15 - College Experience
38:57 - Life After College
42:00 - From Non-Profit to Tech
45:28 - Dealing with Imposter Syndrome in Tech
54:37 - Navigating Being the Only Latina in the Room
58:37 - Entrepreneurial Journey
01:22:30 - Advice for Future Entrepreneurs
Feel free to connect with Natalie:
Website: https://perfectyourcx.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perfectyourcx/

Feel free to connect with Fiorella Lopez Lima:
Website: https://www.fiorellalopez.com/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fiorellalopezlima
Free Career Coaching Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/info-71xn/discovery-call-individual?month=2024-08
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notyourspicylatinapod

Instagram (Not Your Spicy Latina): https://www.instagram.com/notyourspicylatinapod
Instagram (Latinas Ahead): https://www.instagram.com/latinasahead
Tik Tok (Not Your Spicy Latina): http://www.tiktok.com/@notyourspicylatina
Tik Tok (Fiorella Lopez Lima): https://www.tiktok.com/@fiorellalopezlima
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fiorellalopez90/
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1h 26min
June 02, 2024 Not Your Spicy Latina: Trailer
Welcome to Not Your Spicy Latina—a podcast redefining career success for Latinas everywhere.

I’m Fiorella, Career Coach and Founder of Latinas Ahead. Each episode, I sit down with badass Latina entrepreneurs, creators, and change-makers who are challenging stereotypes and building successful careers on their own terms. If you’ve ever felt underestimated or straight-up overlooked at work, this podcast is for you.

Tune in for real-talk career advice from Latinas who get you, and just enough spice to light a fire in your career. Así que ponte cómoda, grab your cafecito, and let’s get to it!
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FAQs about Not Your Spicy Latina:

How many episodes does Not Your Spicy Latina have?

The podcast currently has 20 episodes available.